Spark some joy with these thoughtful homeware gifts this Christmas. From scents and stationery to lush green house plants.

Folia's indoor plants, from $14.50

If you're stumped on what to get your friends, you can never go wrong with a potted buddy. Folia House offers interesting and beautiful options, including an entire range of plants. Perfect for apartment living, these elegant plants are have a hardy edge.

A woman browsing plants in a shop.
Folia House

Art prints and posters, from $19.95

Sure, you probably can't afford a Yayoi Kusama original. But a poster? You can pick one up with change from a twenty at the NGV Design Store! Browse the stunning range of iconic . Think The Great Wave, Albert Namatjira's Ghost Gums and David Shrigley pieces that will put a smile on your face every time you walk past.

Ceramic olive oil bottle, $24.95

No need to stash these cute bottles away in the pantry. ³Ò±ð·Éü°ù³ú³ó²¹³Ü²õ has the sweetest range of ceramic containers for olive oil. They're perfect for those who prefer buying in bulk, simply top them up to save money and waste! Designs include a stylish replica oil can or an intricate hand-painted jug.

A set of black and white painted ceramic oil jug, plates and bowls with olives.
Image via ³Ò±ð·Éü°ù³ú³ó²¹³Ü²õ website

Vietnamese coffee candle, $26

We all know someone who downs Vietnamese iced coffee like it's water. Now they can fill the whole house with aromas of freshly roasted coffee, condensed milk and caramel. are available at Queen Victoria Women's Centre Shop. Other unique flavours include nasi lemak and yuzu iced tea.

Iconic Marimekko poppy mug, $38

To brighten up the day, start with the essentials. Like a brand-new coffee cup. For the latest contemporary homewares, see the range at Make Designed Objects. The features Marimekko’s signature red poppies, and can be safely used in the oven, microwave, freezer or dishwasher.

A shop display of Marimekko red poppy mugs and a teapot.
Marimekko

Playful tableware, from $39

If your giftee knows their way around a tablescape and never shies away from colour, chances are they're already a big Maison Balzac fan. Incu stocks some of the most fun pieces. Pick up the for a quirky centrepiece. Or perhaps a Mediterranean-inspired . For something special, pair their favourite bottle of red with the grape-topped .

Craft Victoria's handmade mugs, from $62

Everyone knows a person can never have too many mugs, so they might just be the perfect gift. Check out Craft Victoria, which offers unique creations from around the state. There’s nothing boring about . With angular details, this glazed stoneware is a work of art.

A shelf filled with craft and crockery items.
Craft Victoria

Luxurious glass candles, from $69.95

Gift your loved one with instant serenity. We recommend a luxe scented candle from Make Designed Objects. Try this , which will fill a mid-sized room with fragrance for 50 hours. With Norwegian fjords and fruitylicious orchards it's the ideal candle.

Il Paprio's Italian journal, from $75

Grab one of Il Papiro’s gorgeous journals for that special someone to write out their goals, thoughts and more. Handmade in Florence, just looking at an exquisite lifts the mood. From the cover’s traditional marbling technique, to the high-quality ivory pages between, each one is unique.

A woman looking at marbled notebooks in a stationary store.
Il Papiro

Colourful resin leaf bowls, from $150

Dinosaur Designs doesn't discriminate when it comes to art versus function. Each resin bowl is entirely one of a kind, with the vivid colours forming dreamy designs. We love the organic curved leaf shape and the array of uses. Display it on a shelf, use it as a showstopping salad bowl or simply fill it with trinkets. The are available in two sizes and more than 30 colours.

Chic and trendy lamps, from $175

For an instant lift in any room, add some atmospheric lighting. Dwell specialises in trending styles that will last the test of time. The have the look of a paper lantern, minus the fragility. Made in minimalist linen they'll last a lifetime. Looking for something more whimsical? Grab the . It's made from biodegradable materials in a unique wavy shape.

A wavy table lamp.
Image via Dwell website

Akari lamps, from $735

Add a soft and stylish glow to your home with an iconic . These functional sculptures are handmade in a family-run workshop in Japan. Head to Saloon Store in Curtin House to find four different styles made with delicate washi paper and bamboo.

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